2000 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Joice | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |